Homes of Hope India Described by Founders, Paul and Tracy Wilkes

Paul Wilkes (82) and Tracy Wilkes (68), husband and wife, recall their ongoing endeavor of founding Homes of Hope India which consists of 22 orphanages for girls in India.

Imani Johnson and Kevin Johnson

Imani Johnson (21) talks to her father, Kevin Johnson (51) about his experiences growing up in Chicago and how these experiences shaped him into the man he is today. They talked about his childhood, family, and his life as a...

Gretchen Addi and Marcia Weisbrot: Multi-generational friendships
September 27, 2022 App Interview

Board of Directors Storytelling Project: Our sixth and final StoryCorps conversation is between SFV Board Co-chair Gretchen Addi and Board member Marcia Weisbrot. Although they have different professions, Gretchen and Marcia share a background in creative and visual arts. They...

Interview With Arturo Juarez: The Revolving Door Of The Southern Border

I, Elizabeth Juarez (29), interviewed my dad, Arturo (51), about growing up in Central Mexico and crossing the border to the United States in 1989, 1991, and to this day. We talked about what motivated him to emigrate and risk...

Mis Ancestros

Melanie Tellez (17) talks with her mother, Maria Tellez (51) about her childhood and what it was like growing up in Mexico. They both speak on the values that were taught to her by her parents and siblings.

Equitable Dinners Stories! Jill Savitt

Jill Savitt is the CEO of the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, a partner of Equitable Dinners. She believes that bringing people together, across differences, is the key to understanding and progress. Her background professionally is in contemporary...

Equitable Dinners Stories! Lexi Mckay

Lexi Mckay is the Program Coordinator for Out of Hand theater, a freelance stage manager, and a writer. She's a part of the team that creates Equitable Dinners, a program which connects people through facilitated conversations about race and racism....

when in doubt have a stepdad named clint

this an interview about mostly his childhood his military experience and his experience in the world of fatherhood

Kristan and Brandon Singleton with Uma Zierten-Singleton

Uma Zierten-Singleton (16) talks with her father Kristan Singleton (50), and his twin brother Brandon Singleton (50) about their experiences growing up in St.Croix, and being twin brothers.

Ray Zhou and Emily Zhou

Ray Zhou (16) talks with his older sister Emily (18) about her experience during the COVID-19 pandemic.

My Best Friend and I: Interview

This is for my StoryCorps DIY project for college success. My name is Wendy. The person I interviewed is my best friend, Luis. He is 19 years old. We discussed about work, goals, and our relationship as friends.

Bryan Wendzel Interview

Bryan D. Wendzel (51) discusses music and general life goals/ advice with daughter Ladia Wendzel (20).

Emily Pierce interviews her mother Karen Pierce

Emily Pierce (daughter) interviews her mother (Karen Pierce) In their small house on a cold november 28th in there living room.Karen Pierce is a loving mother of 4 kids, two daughters (Emily Pierce, Elizabeth Loverencic) And two sons (Robert Pierce,...

"We look at life in extreme environments and learn about what life can do, how it adapts." An interview with David Smith.

Dr. David Smith is a microbiologist at the NASA Ames Research Center. David led the design, construction, and validation of two NASA Balloon Program payloads carrying biology experiments (E-MIST and MARSBOx) as well as the use of a bio-aerosol collector...

Family Relationships Throughout Time

Naomi Yanis, interviewed by Leah Chodosh, discusses her relationships within her family and how they've both changed and impacted her throughout the years. Naomi talks about the importance of shared personal values and how those values determine and shape her...

Munir Isahak and his journey as a runner

I, Joe Lee (19) interviewed my fellow cross country teammate Munir Isahak (23). We discussed his life as a runner and as a scholar. We addressed the hardships that he has faced growing up and managing a busy life of...